Visit our stand at RosUpack 2022! From 07-10 June, we will be exhibiting at the most exciting collection of label and package printing technology assembled largest exhibition in Russia. 26th International exhibition for the packaging industry. The largest packaging industry exhibition in Russia and Eastern Europe. Rated Russia's best packaging and labelling exhibition by the All-Russian Rating of Exhibitions, RosUpack annually brings together the entire industry to present its latest developments and products to a wide range of B2B visitors. Join us in June 2022 for an exciting industry event packed with cutting-edge developments, the industry's largest manufacturers and suppliers, and a program full of fascinating sessions and inspiring speakers. [ ... ] MORE

The COVID-19 induced lockdown restrictions led to a complete halt in manufacturing activities such as in the luxury and industrial applications, including textile and cosmetics, among others, during the initial period of the pandemic. For instance, industrial bulk transportation was reduced at the onset of the pandemic, as the reduced consumer demand for cosmetics and textile led to the decreased demand for packaging facilities. [ ... ] MORE

Perfect storm drives IML growth IML is seeing growth rates of up to 8 percent as new molding technologies open up short run possibilities and buyers see sustainability and performance advantages. The in-mold label (IML) sector represents around 2-3 percent of total global label production and is growing at a healthy rate as end users recognize the technology’s functional and sustainability benefits. [ ... ] MORE

BOPP is often the go-to material for film labels As you dig into labeling options for your product container, you’ll see one term pop up again and again: BOPP. It stands for biaxially oriented polypropylene, and it’s an incredibly popular label material. There are countless benefits to choosing BOPP for your product label — printability, durability and customizability, just to name a few. Like anything, BOPP has its limitations, but across container types, product categories and label designs, you’ll find BOPP specified as the face stock more times than not. [ ... ] MORE

Improved living standards will lead to increased access to cars, appliances, and electronics. This is especially true in China, where GDP per capita is estimated to triple to more than $40,000 by 2040, which will be similar to the purchasing power in the European OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) in 2030. Outlook for chemical demand growth [ ... ] MORE